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Watch story of city’s amazing drinking water

Seattle Channel documentary details how safe, clean, mountain fresh water gets to your tap

The SourceSeattle is fortunate to be one of only five major cities in the nation with an unfiltered drinking water supply. Recognizing the rarity of this natural resource, Emmy Award-winning production company, Fidget Films, has produced an independent documentary to educate and raise awareness among residents and businesses.

The Source: A Story about Seattle’s Tap Water, highlights Seattle’s rich drinking water history and Seattle Public Utilities’ role in providing residents with safe, clean, and tasty tap water.

Among other topics, the 30-minute film shares details about how the Great Seattle Fire became the catalyst for the city’s water system, the complexities of getting enough water for people and fish, and what climate change will mean for Seattle’s water supply.